Easier Than Ever to Buy Your First Home
Are you teetering on whether you can afford to buy a house or not? Well there’s good news on the horizon. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, a division of the government responsible for helping people enter the housing market, is kicking in and making it easier for first time buyers to make the leap. […]
Budgeting 101: First Time Home Buyers
So, you’re ready to buy your first home? Congratulations, this is an exciting time in your life! But it can also be a little overwhelming. There are a lot of unknowns that come with home ownership, especially for first time buyers, therefore choosing a home you can afford is super important. But affordable for one […]
Practical Tips to Beat the Winter Blues
8 tips to turn your winter around “Oh, the weather outside it frightful” and you’re feeling less than delightful. Sound about right? Well, you’re not alone. Studies suggest that more than half the population report having some form of the winter blues. Darker mornings, less daylight and colder weather make it harder to be outside […]
To Rent or Buy? Why Home Ownership Wins
To rent or buy? Why home ownership wins. Renting a home is usually the first step toward home ownership. It’s cheaper, at least initially, and there is less commitment required, making it ideal for students, those just starting their career or anyone looking for a short-term solution. Your monthly costs are generally fixed for the […]
Upsize your life by downsizing your home
Minimalist living is a hot trend right now, more and more young people are buying smaller, more affordable spaces that require less work and less money. It’s also becoming the norm for mature adults to start downsizing as they hit retirement or shortly after. They’re trading in the family home for a bungalow, condo or […]
Seton Monthly Newsletter – May
To our valued customers, Construction is moving along. The excavation is nearly completed, and the footings and pads have been poured on a portion of the site. The weather over the last week has slowed us down but we are moving again this week! Please see tentative updated possession dates below. As a reminder, these […]
Why Buy a Product with Condo Fees?
There is always a misconception from purchasers that condo fees are a negative. There seems to be a belief that this is money pulled away from the home-owner on a monthly basis serving no purpose. The reality is that homeowners who purchase a home without condo fees typically do not set aside the appropriate amount […]
What is Warranty?
As of February 1, 2014, all new homes in Alberta are protected under warranty through the Alberta’s New Home Buyer Protection Act (please note, this only applies to homes that building permit was pulled after this date, not completion dates). This means, at a minimum, you have coverage for 1 year labour and materials, 2 […]
Welcome to Cedarglen Living
Thanks for visiting Cedarglen Living online. We’re excited to showcase our new online look to you! Over the coming months, watch for new blog posts every two weeks covering ideas on townhome decor, guidelines for buying your new townhome, and features on our current projects. Make sure to sign up for our monthly newsletter to […]
Christmas Spirit
Cedarglen Living is proud to have a tradition of giving back to the community. This year, as one of our initiatives, the Living team undertook repainting and repairing (where required) 15 units at Aspen Family & Community Networks – Youth Transition to Adulthood apartments. This program provides housing and support to youth ages 17-24 who […]